Conditions

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Th 17 Cells and Arthritis

Pierre Miossec, MD, PhD | July 1, 2008

The true story of how IL-17 became a focus for RA research

Reading Rheum: Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

David G. Borenstein, MD; Maripat Corr, MD | June 1, 2008

Handpicked Reviews of Contemporary Literature

Rethink Rheumatoid Arthritis Research

Staff | June 1, 2008

Are there genetic indicators that can help rheumatologists identify the people who are at risk for developing the disease? Are there environmental factors that trigger rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? Simply put, what causes RA and how do we treat and cure it?

Glucocorticoid-Induced Osteoporosis

Staff | June 1, 2008

Osteoporosis is a condition of weak bone caused by a loss of bone mass and a change in bone structure. Glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis is a form of osteoporosis caused by taking glucocorticoid medications, such as prednisone (Deltasone, Orasone, etc.), prednisolone (Prelone), dexamethasone (Decadron, Hexadrol), and cortisone (Cortone Acetate). These medications are used to help control many rheumatic diseases, including RA, systemic lupus erythematosus, and polymyalgia rheumatica.

Coding Corner Question: June 2008

Staff | June 1, 2008

June’s Coding Challenge

Coding Corner Answer: June 2008

Staff | June 1, 2008

June’s Coding Answer

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Time Is of the Essence

Sue Pondrom | June 1, 2008

Early treatment lessens arthritis pain and disability, but challenges to early detection remain

Watch the Walk

Greg Lavine | June 1, 2008

Gait analysis can improve the walk of patients with arthritis

Common Variable Immunodeficiency

Daniel Myrtek, PhD, and Ulrich Salzer, MD | June 1, 2008

Genetic insights into a complex and baffling disease

Nonsurgical Management of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis

From the College | May 1, 2008

Maura D. Iversen, PT, DPT, SD, MPH, of MGH Institute of Health Professions in Boston, will discuss the nonsurgical management of lumbar spinal stenosis (LSS), epidemiology, and common symptoms associated with this condition during the ARHP rheumatology audioconference on Wednesday, May 21, from noon to 1:00 p.m. (EST). Iversen will provide a summary of nonpharmacologic and nonsurgical interventions to manage LSS—including a summary and evaluation of manual therapy techniques and exercise.